Project and Management Assistant - Research Funding Projects | Projekt- und Leitungsassistenz (w/m/d) - Betreuung und Verwaltung von Förderprojekten

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. Gebäude 16.16

Hecklingen bei Staßfurt, Sachsen-Anhalt, Deutschland
Published Jul 15, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and innovation in aerospace. The successful candidate will play a central role in managing and administering national and EU-funded research projects, supporting the entire project lifecycle from application to completion. Key responsibilities include handling administrative tasks for projects, assisting with preparatory HR administration for the management team, and performing diverse secretarial duties for the facility management. The position requires close collaboration with internal and external partners, demanding strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail to ensure smooth daily operations. It's an ideal fit for someone looking to apply their administrative and project management expertise in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment focused on sustainable technologies and global challenges.

Required Skills

Education

Completed commercial or administrative vocational training (e.g., Office Management Assistant, Administrative Specialist) or other relevant vocational training, or equivalent specialized knowledge.

Experience

  • Professional experience in a commercial or administrative role, or equivalent relevant professional experience
  • Practical experience or relevant training in project assistance
  • Strong experience in the administrative support of funded research projects, including contract management, reporting obligations, template processing, electronic funding tools, and legal requirements
  • Proven ability in professional handling of general business processes, especially in office communication, scheduling, and minute-taking in German and English
  • Experience in organizing and managing events, business trips, and HR-related administrative processes while adhering to legal regulations

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to undergo a reliability check according to § 7 of the Aviation Security Act (Luftsicherheitsgesetz).